Impact Stories

Learn more about the biggest issues faced by communities today and how you can get involved with a variety of stories and articles about impact.

Impact Stories

April 11, 2016

Sustainable Development Goals

A universal agenda to leave no one behind Each fall the United Nations brings

byRobert Docter

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April 11, 2016

For Michael Mueller, volunteering is a daily priority

He started volunteering with The Salvation Army in March 1987

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April 11, 2016

The value of volunteers

National Volunteer Week, April 10-16, recognizes the work of volunteers for

byChristin Thieme

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April 11, 2016

‘WE’RE THE GO-TO PEOPLE’

When the Vail Pass on the I-70 closes, stranding drivers on their way to Denver

March 30, 2016

Salvation Army camps may qualify for new federal funding

Youth employment initiative opens up at least $20 million in workplace grants By

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March 30, 2016

Service at the point of need

Nearly 23,000 volunteers served over 161,000 people from 474 Service Extension

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March 1, 2016

Global weather could spawn humanitarian crisis

2016 likely to set records for severe weather

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February 29, 2016

Unscathed

After DUI, teen’s legal residency hinges on sobriety Drunk and high on cocaine,

byCaramie Petrowsky

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February 29, 2016

Finding a constant love

Meet stand up comedian-turned-officer, Lt

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February 29, 2016

New life

Across the landscape of The Salvation Army’s service in communities across

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February 29, 2016

Easing vets back into the workforce

When Ashley Moorehead finished serving four years active duty in the Marine

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February 29, 2016

Restoring healthy living

Michael Brito doesn’t want his community to suffer the effects of diabetes

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For Michael Mueller, volunteering is a daily priority

The value of volunteers

‘WE’RE THE GO-TO PEOPLE’

Salvation Army camps may qualify for new federal funding

Service at the point of need

Global weather could spawn humanitarian crisis

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Easing vets back into the workforce

Restoring healthy living

Sacramento woodworkers support Salvation Army Angel Tree program with handcrafted toys

Christmas cheer and ugly sweaters light up the Anacortes Red Kettle Kickoff

Faith in the Fog: A blind volunteer’s story of hope and calling

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